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Old Aug 29, 2015 | 01:23 PM
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Got a 1" under kickstand since lowering the bike 1" in front. I bought the Harbor Freight jack but it won't go under the frame. Does anyone make a small ramp to get the bike high enough to get a jack under it? Tried rolling it up on a 2x4 and still not enough clearance. Thanks in advance for any help!
 
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Old Aug 29, 2015 | 09:49 PM
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I put mine on a 2x4 and then have to stand the bike straight up. It won't go under with the bike leaning over. If you don't think you can hold the bike up put a board under the kick stand or use a strap or two and tie it up right. I use my shop bench and a wall stud and long ratchet straps
 
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Old Aug 30, 2015 | 09:50 AM
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There are much better jacks that start lower. HF is junk. When I tried to use one, I had to put 2x4 under both front and back. Not worth it.
 
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